Mental Health Awareness Intern
Active Minds
Fall 2014
Description:
Are you interested in mental health advocacy and education for young people on college and university campuses across the country? Are you passionate about building mental health awareness so college students know where to look for resources, how to talk to a friend about seeking help, and how to maintain their own mental well-being?
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Research, Writing, Editing Projects
- Administrative and Data Entry Support
- Communications and Social Media Support
- Supporting small and large-scale event planning
- Design/Creative Projects
- Special Projects as needed
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications:
- Excellent writing, editing and research skills
- Ability to work in a flexible, fun, and strongly team-oriented environment
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented and well-organized
- Creativity and a can-do attitude
- Must be able to prioritize, be dependable and manage projects
- Able to work independently and take initiative
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and desire to learn new software
- Highest level of confidentiality and attention to detail
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and thrive in fast-paced environment
- Experience with fundraising: recruiting sponsors, letter-writing, and planning fundraising events
Suggested majors: This internship is particularly relevant to students studying public health, social justice, education, psychology, sociology, community organizing and health communications.
Please note that the internships are unpaid and you must be able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours a week to be considered. All internships are based out of our national office in Washington, DC.
How To Apply:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Please email the Internship Program Coordinator at intern@activeminds.org with a resume, cover letter, and one reference. Include the internship title and your dates of availability in the subject line. Active Minds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please. Application deadline is August 22, 2014.
Active Minds
Fall 2014
Description:Are you interested in mental health advocacy and education for young people on college and university campuses across the country? Are you passionate about building mental health awareness so college students know where to look for resources, how to talk to a friend about seeking help, and how to maintain their own mental well-being?
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Research, Writing, Editing Projects
- Administrative and Data Entry Support
- Communications and Social Media Support
- Supporting small and large-scale event planning
- Design/Creative Projects
- Special Projects as needed
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications:
- Excellent writing, editing and research skills
- Ability to work in a flexible, fun, and strongly team-oriented environment
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented and well-organized
- Creativity and a can-do attitude
- Must be able to prioritize, be dependable and manage projects
- Able to work independently and take initiative
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and desire to learn new software
- Highest level of confidentiality and attention to detail
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and thrive in fast-paced environment
- Experience with fundraising: recruiting sponsors, letter-writing, and planning fundraising events
Suggested majors: This internship is particularly relevant to students studying public health, social justice, education, psychology, sociology, community organizing and health communications.
Please note that the internships are unpaid and you must be able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours a week to be considered. All internships are based out of our national office in Washington, DC.
How To Apply:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Please email the Internship Program Coordinator at intern@activeminds.org with a resume, cover letter, and one reference. Include the internship title and your dates of availability in the subject line. Active Minds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please. Application deadline is August 22, 2014.
